Model year guide

2012 Ford Escape Hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2012 Ford Escape Hybrid — representative photo
Representative photo

2012 Ford Escape Hybrid at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Combined29–32 mpg

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2012 Ford Escape Hybrid recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2012 Ford Escape Hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined29–32 mpg
City32 mpg
Highway29 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,200
EPA size classSport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,000 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,000
Fuel only$11,000
Per mile$0.15

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
174.8 in
Width
71.3 in
Height
68.1 in
Wheelbase
103.1 in
Curb weight
3,651–3,810 lb
Front track
61.4 in
Rear track
60.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid — ranges cover the 2 body / drivetrain versions on record. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

About the Ford Escape Hybrid

The Ford Escape is a compact crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company from the 2001 to the 2026 model years across four generations, as Ford's first SUV derived from a car platform.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2012 Ford Escape Hybrid vehicles on record

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2012 Ford Escape Hybrid — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid get?

The 2012 Ford Escape Hybrid has U.S. EPA estimates of 29–32 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.